Rypticus saponaceus

Behavior:

Soapfish are solitary, nocturnal fish that feed on crustaceans, molluscs and small fish. They are often seen hiding at the base of corals and in crevices in the reef. Some species of soapfish can tolerate the relatively the lower salinity water found in river estuaries.

Predators:

Sharks and eagle rays.

Did you know?

Soapfish secrete a toxic mucus as a deterrent to predators. The mucus covers their bodies and lathers up to a soapy foam when the fish is disturbed, hence the name soapfish.